• The bright magenta-pink flower of the Dwarf Raspberry (Rubus arcticus) stands out against the dry grass and straw-like groundcover. Five narrow, slightly crinkled petals spread wide around a small, pale center, giving this low-growing northern plant a delicate but striking appearance.
  • Nestled among three-part, toothed green leaves, a pale pink bloom of the Dwarf Raspberry (Rubus arcticus) emerges at ground level. The flower looks soft and papery, while the surrounding leaves form a neat, low mat of jagged-edged foliage that hugs the earth.
  • A cluster of rich green leaves surrounds the light pink, slightly drooping flower of the Dwarf Raspberry (Rubus arcticus). The serrated leaflets resemble those of a strawberry, while nearby purple buds hint at more flowers ready to open in this shady forest floor setting.
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Rubus arcticus - Dwarf Raspberry

Rubus arcticus - Dwarf Raspberry

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Dwarf Raspberry, also known as Arctic Raspberry or Nagoonberry, produces delicate pink flowers in late spring to early summer. The flowers attract bumblebees, mining bees, and hoverflies, which aid in pollination, while butterflies, including fritillaries, may visit for nectar. By late summer, small, sweet berries ripen, providing an important food source for birds such as thrushes and grouse, as well as a prized treat for foragers. Its lush, trifoliate green leaves turn golden in the fall, adding seasonal interest.

Dwarf Raspberry is a low-growing, spreading perennial that thrives in cool, moist environments, making it an excellent ground cover for woodland gardens, food forests, and naturalized landscapes. Hardy and adaptable, this resilient native plant is ideal for self-sustaining, low-maintenance plantings in both urban and rural settings. Deer may browse the foliage, but its spreading habit allows it to persist despite grazing.

Bloom Times & Plant Sizes

Important Information - The "Bloom Period" is an indicator of the time period within which the wildflowers will bloom and does not describe the time period that a single plant will bloom.  The "Sizes" listed are intended to be a general guideline to consult during plant selection. - Plant growth and bloom times will vary depending on geographical location & individual site conditions.

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Plant Specifics

Seeds Per Pack

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Light Conditions

  • Part Shade
  • Sun

Soil Conditions

  • Rich
  • Moist
  • Loam
  • Sandy
  • Seasonally Moist

Height

  • Under 12"
  • 12" - 24"

Width

  • Spreading

Bloom Colour

  • Pink

Month of Bloom

  • June
  • July

Vigorousness

  • Fast
  • Aggressive

Deer Resistance

  • Moderate

Features

  • Birds
  • Butterflies
  • Bees
  • Fragrant
  • Berries
  • Used as Groundcover
  • Urban Spaces
  • Rural Spaces
  • Medicinal Properties
  • Edible Parts
  • Good in Containers

Chinook Exposure

  • Moderate

Distribution Info

​Native across northern Canada, Dwarf Raspberry, is found in every territory and province except PE and in Alaska, the Great Lakes region and the northern Rocky Mountains in the U.S.. It thrives in moist, cool environments, including boreal forests, riparian edges, peatlands, shaded alpine meadows, and mossy tundra.

Traditional Edible & Medicinal Info

The berries of Rubus arcticus are edible and were traditionally gathered by Indigenous peoples as a prized summer food, often eaten fresh, dried, or preserved. The leaves and roots were used in medicinal teas to treat digestive issues and colds. There are no known toxic properties, and the fruit remains a highly sought-after wild edible.